# Lightning Strikes Whangamatā Home | Auckland News

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Podcast: [Auckland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/auckland-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7853371)
Published: 2026-07-06T06:09:29+00:00
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Lightning struck a Whangamatā home at 3:50 AM, tearing holes in walls, frying electronics, and even damaging the driveway car—though everyone inside escaped unharmed. Amid a storm that hammered the Coromandel, firefighters warn to treat all downed power lines as live and avoid damaged electrical gear. The house suffered major damage, with scorched outlets and a blown fuse box—a chilling reminder of nature’s raw power. Stay safe when the skies turn wild. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/aa65b979dd26c42c

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